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Luton Town sack manager John Still

John Still
Image: John Still was appointed in February 2013 after leaving Dagenham and Redbridge

Luton Town have sacked manager John Still, the club have announced.

The Hatters lie in 17th place in the Sky Bet League Two table after four defeats in a row.

Academy and development manager Andy Awford will take care of first-team affairs until a manager is appointed.

The club's chief executive Gary Sweet said letting Still go was a tough decision after guiding the club to promotion from the Conference.

He told lutontown.co.uk: "On behalf of the board, I would like to thank John for everything he has brought to Luton Town.

"We have shared some unbelievable moments in this Club's history together - ones which will never be forgotten.

Image: Andy Awford has been placed in temporary charge of the Hatters

"The decision to make a change was a unanimous one by the Board but one of the most difficult since we took over as custodians in 2008.

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"We are genuinely saddened that our partnership with John has come to an end earlier than we expected.

"We had hoped John would be with us for the longer-term but now attention turns to finding the next man for the job."

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Luton lost 4-3 at home to League Two leaders Northampton on Saturday

Still said he is "hugely disappointed" to be leaving Kenilworth Road after nearly three years in charge.

He added: "The board of directors have been fantastic every step of the way, all of the staff - on the football side and behind the scenes - have been unbelievably supportive and the fans have been nothing short of incredible. 

"The conference championship season is one which will live long in my memory and I was proud and honoured to have played a part in bringing Luton Town back in to the Football League. 

"I wish the club all the very best for the rest of the season and beyond."